Coral Collection (#93)

A huge Megalodon shark swimming in clear ocean waters
A huge Megalodon shark swims next to a colorful coral reef in clear ocean waters

A red Bigeye hovers under a coral reef ledge in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo, Florida

A juvenile Blue Tang searching for food, Key Largo, Florida
A juvenile Blue Tang (Acanthurus coerulus) looking for food on the coral reef in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo, Florida

A Hawksbill Turtle swims along a caribbean reef with diver in background

Two Coelacanth fish swimming undersea. The Coelacanth fish was believed to have become extinct during the Cretaceous Period, but have been discovered to still be living

A diver hovers above a coral colony in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
A diver hovers above a coral colony (Tubastrea sp.) in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Starfish in a diverse reef, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A diver hovers above a colorful coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Reef-building corals in Raja Ampat, Indonesia
Reef-building corals thrive in shallow water in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This remote region is known for its beautiful reefs and spectacular marine biodiversity

A school of Atlantic Spadefish off the coast of Key Largo, Florida
A school of Atlantic Spadefish (Chaetodipterus faber) parade in single file through a hole in the coral reef in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo, Florida

Tube sponge on coral reef in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

A yellow nudibranch crawling across a colorful reef, Papua New Guinea
A Banana Nudibranch (Notodoris minor) crawling across a colorful reef in the warm ocean waters of Papua New Guinea

A Butter Hamlet swims by a colorful reef in the Atlantic Ocean
A Butter Hamlet (Hypopleltrus unicolor), swims by a colorful reef of ferns, sponges, algae and coral in the shallow waters of the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Key Largo, Florida

Christmas tree worm on coral, Belize

Black Anemonefish, Fiji

Scuba diver swims by some large sponges off the coast of Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Scuba diver propels above a large barrel sponge, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Blue Striped Grunt, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Saddled Blenny, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Coral encrusted wreckage on the Liberty Wreck, Tulamben, Bali, Indonesia

A gorgonian sea fan with the view of Boo Windows, Indonesia
A gorgonian sea fan with the view of Boo Windows in the background, Southern Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

A pair of Pygmy seahorse on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
A pair of Pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti), side by side, red variety, on sea fan, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

A diver looks into a cavern at a sponge, Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Leopard blenny perched on coral, Papua New Guinea
Leopard blenny (Exallias brevis) perched on coral, Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Bright red Cowrie on coral, Papua New Guinea
Bright red Cowrie (Phenacovolva tokioi) on coral, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Colorful reef scene with massive giant clam, West Papua, Indonesia
Colorful reef scene with massive giant clam in the foreground, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

School of anthias fish swimming around a colorful reef of soft corals with sunlight above, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Ghost pipefish amongst yellow black coral, Komodo, Indonesia
Red and yellow translucent ghost pipefish with yellow black coral behind, Komodo, Indonesia

Coral polyps wait for plankton on a reef
Coral polyps (Galaxea sp.) wait for plankton on a reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

Multiple christmas tree worms, Curacao

A healthy coral reef thrives in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

A colorful coral reef is covered by sweepers and cardinalfish in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This part of the Coral Triangle is known for its high marine biodiversity

Corals are beginning to bleach on a reef in Indonesia. Bleaching occurs as corals expel their endosymbionts (zooxanthellae) living within their tissues

A banded sea snake swims over the seafloor in Indonesia
A banded sea snake (Laticauda colubrina) swims over a sandy seafloor in Indonesia. This venomous reptile feeds on small reef fish

Soft corals and invertebrates on a beautiful reef in Indonesia
Brilliant soft corals grow with other invertebrates on a beautiful reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

Blue starfish cling to a coral bommie in Indonesia
Blue starfish (Linckia laevigata) cling to a coral bommie in Indonesia. This species of seastar is common throughout the Indo-Pacific

Detail of a large coral polyp in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Corals grow on a shallow reef in Indonesia. This beautiful, tropical region is known for its spectacular reefs and high marine biodiversity

The seafloor is covered by reef-building corals in Indonesia
The seafloor is covered by reef-building corals in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs and high marine biodiversity

Sea fans and soft coral, Fiji

Clown Anemonefish, Indonesia

Red tree coral on a Fijian reef

Stony corals in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji
Stony corals (Acropora acuminata), Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Scalefin anthias fish Beqa Lagoon, Fiji
Scalefin anthias fish (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Whip coral goby, Fiji

Green Moray getting cleaned by a Banded Cleaner Shrimp (mid body), Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Purple Sponge on a deep reef
Purple sponge on a deep reef, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Nudibranch feeding on the reef, Fiji

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"Coral: A Kaleidoscope of Life and Beauty" From the vibrant depths of the Great Barrier Reef in the Coral Sea, to the historic arrival of USS Coral Sea at Pearl Harbour, it has captivated our imaginations for centuries. Its mesmerizing allure can be found in every corner of the world. In Indonesia's Raja Ampat, a sweetlip fish gracefully glides over a sea fan, creating an enchanting underwater ballet. Meanwhile, on Luskentyre beach in Harris, Scotland, nature showcases its artistic prowess as white sands meet crystal-clear waters adorned with delicate coral formations. Journeying further into exotic locales like Papua New Guinea and witnessing Caiman crocodilus crocodilus coexisting with Anilius scytale amidst lush greenery reminds us of coral's ability to thrive even in unexpected habitats. The influence extends beyond natural wonders; it permeates art and literature too. Jeannie Harbour's 1932 drawing for Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Mermaid" transports us to an ethereal realm where mermaids swim among intricate corals. Venturing into the Caribbean paradise of Northern Bahamas reveals a harmonious dance between fish and coral—a testament to their symbiotic relationship that sustains life beneath azure waves. Ningaloo Marine Park in Western Australia beckons with its breathtaking over-and-underwater shot showcasing a pristine sandy beach alongside a thriving coral reef—an idyllic haven where both land and sea merge seamlessly. Komodo Island in Indonesia invites divers into an underwater wonderland teeming with colorful marine life at depths reaching 12 meters—where vibrant corals create an otherworldly spectacle worthy of admiration. Even vintage illustrations pay homage to this marvel; an aquarium chromolithograph from 1895 immortalizes corals' intricate patterns and hues—a timeless reminder that beauty transcends time itself.